The Sleepover

by Keri Beevis

‘When you’re young, you look up to your parents and you think they will always be there to protect you.’ Liam gave a harsh laugh. ‘After my mum went away, I realised it was all a lie. I struggled with that for a while. But then I realised that if I didn’t want it to destroy my life, I had to find a way past it.’